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May 27, 2008, 12:35 PM
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It has been eight years since I killed my BF in self defense. I have had lots of difficulty managing my PTSD but am doing better now and would like to work per diem. I am nervous about seeing previous coworkers and unsure what to say. How should I approach this?
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May 27, 2008, 02:31 PM
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It might be good to work somewhere new?
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May 27, 2008, 02:38 PM
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Why do you feel you have to say anything at all? I'm not sure why you would be expected to explain anything. Or do you feel you may get asked about what happened?
I agree with Doh. Maybe starting over in a new location would be beneficial? |
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May 27, 2008, 03:56 PM
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yeah, I do not plan to bring up the pain but nobody knows what my ex-coworkers might ask. I guess I am trying to anticipate Q and what my responses might be.
I will not be going back to the critical care unit that I previously worked at but I will be teaching ACLS classes again and that is where I may see old friends. Of course I do not want to burden the class time with my personal issues so will try to defer personal questions until breaks. I ran into an old friend last week while getting a CBC done and she gave me her telephone number. I am nervous about calling because I am changed from the person she once knew.
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May 27, 2008, 05:43 PM
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not sure what they would ask that they already may know hon. if by chance they happen to ask what happened you could just tell them it was self defense and you would rather not go into details.
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#6
May 27, 2008, 08:49 PM
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You have a great opportunity to start over. Many people don't take that chance. Working elsewhere or teaching elsewhere might be the best idea. You say you are a changed person. New friends are waiting to be met.
Good luck, whichever way you go. bfG
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